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ALEXIS
BITTAR ~ Alexis Bittar’s unique combination of high-art craftsmanship and current street-cred style has carried
the master-of-modern jewelry designer to great heights. Native New Yorker Alexis Bittar has been on the fashion scene since
the mid-1980’s when he began selling his hand-sculpted jewelry on the streets of Soho. Since then, he has continued
creating collections of earrings, necklaces and bracelets using carved Lucite and semi-precious gems. His jewelry has appeared
on Sex and the City, on the runway for Burberry’s and in ad campaigns for Estee Lauder. Alexis Bittar’s jewelry
continues to be one of the most sought after. No stranger to the depths, however, Bittar’s life-story reads like a twist
on the classic American Dream. In 2010, Alexis wins the CFDA's "Accessory Designer of the Year" award.
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CAROLINA BUCCI ~
Carolina Bucci’s jewelry is a vibrant re-invention of her family’s rich heritage. Growing up surrounded by jewelry
and jewelers, her individual taste and sense of style asserted itself at a young age. She felt passionate about moving her
family’s business forward; a business that started in Florence in 1885. After studying at the Fine Arts and Jewelry
Design in New York, Carolina returned to Florence and worked alongside local goldsmiths, learning and soon encouraging them
to push the boundaries of their traditional practices to create her first collection. Carolina creates jewelry that transcends
fleeting trends with a unique spirit that makes her designs a favorite among celebrities, and is regularly featured on the
pages of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and W magazine.
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JANE DIAZ ~
Jane Diaz sees each of her handmade pieces as an expression of her life experiences. Her academic focus on fine art, anthropology
and dance was born of a longtime passion for ritual and ornamentation. Together, her interests led her from New York City
to Nepal, where traditional metalworking techniques inspired her original designs. More than 20 years later, Nepali artisans
still craft her entire collection of wearable ornaments, each a one-of-a-kind celebration of art and culture.
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LANA ~ Lana's
fine gold jewelry is unmatched in its fluidity and unmistakable in its sex appeal. Women covet Lana Jewelry, from earrings
that dangle seductively to draping necklaces, from delicate stackable bracelets to glittering diamond rings. Her jewelry is
simple enough to wear everyday and gorgeous enough to wear at night. Lana is the go-to designer for jewelry that makes the
wearer glow. Lana’s jewelry has been featured on magazine covers (Lucky, The New York Times' T), TV shows (Sex &
the City, Weeds, Cashmere Mafia) and feature films (including the upcoming Jennifer Lopez romantic comedy, The Back-Up Plan).
Dozens of celebrity fans include Angelina Jolie, Cameron Diaz, Kate Hudson, Halle Berry and Katherine Heigl.
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MELISSA JOY MANNING
~ Joyful. Spiritual. Unique. Empowering. These are words that describe both the designer and her jewelry. Melissa Joy Manning's
education in art history, design, sculpture and silver-smithing make her uniquely suited to her work as a jewelry creator.
Her designs are driven by her passion for ancient cultures and a fascination with found objects, which she reclaims, recycles
and renews with a touch of the modern.
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NAVA ZAHAVI ~
Nava Zahavi is drawn to gemstones that evoke sea, sky and sand, often enveloping them in the sunlit warmth of 24kt gold.
Rambles through antique markets around the world awakened Nava Zahavi's gift for reinterpreting the adornments of ancient
civilizations. The influence of artisans from centuries past can be seen in each of her creations, as well as the crystalline
hues of her Mediterranean homeland.
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SAUNDRA MESSINGER
~ As Saundra Messinger has transitioned from a successful singing career to fashion executive to jewelry designer, two rivers
have influenced her life and artistry, the Mississippi and the Hudson. Their impact can be seen in imperfect shapes that seem
washed by currents, diamonds that sparkle like sunlit wavelets and finishes as luminous as moonlight. Her creations embody
a confident cool that enhances the wearer's individuality.
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SHEILA FAJL ~ Brazilian
Fashion Jewelry Designer, Sheila Fajl, brings her extensive fashion industry experience to her unique collection of jewelry.
Sheila began her fashion career as a model and went on to fashion design, sales, marketing, management, and manufacturing.
Sheila is a tireless entrepreneur and an artist with a clear vision and an irresistible spirit. “I want my jewelry to
not only make a woman look special; I want her to feel special too. Every time anyone wearing my jewelry receives a compliment
and gets that warm glow inside, I know I’ve done my job!”
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